The regulators are already requiring more like 8-10% capital from most banks, so raising the legal limit to 6% from 4% is inconsequential. Fed Boosts Capital Rules for Banks, Hitting Stocks June 7 (CNBC) — The Federal Reserve approved new rules Thursday for U.S. banks to set aside more money to cushion against unexpected losses, [...]

The regulators are already requiring more like 8-10% capital from most banks, so raising the legal limit to 6% from 4% is inconsequential.